Events in Saitama

Red Spider Lily Festival

As the red Spider Lilies flower, the crowds once again gather.

Foo Fighters Japan Tour 2025

Grammy award-winning band Foo Fighters are back in Japan for their first solo tour in 17 years. Catch them in Tokyo on October 7 and Kobe on October 10.

Kōnosu Fireworks Festival

These fireworks go big. Really big.

Kawagoe Festival

The Kawagoe Festival is a lively event with floats carrying exquisitely crafted dolls.

Halloween Night in the Forest

Take a stroll under the sprawling lights on Shinrin park on Halloween night - a bright delight without the frights.

Iruma Air Show

Iruma Air Show is where Japan Air Self-Defence Force will show off its finest airplanes

Kawagoe International Exchange Festival

Explore different cultures at Kawagoe International Exchange Festival.

World Character Summit in Hanyu

The once-a-year chance to meet mascots from all over Japan — and the world.

Nagatoro Autumn Leaves Festival

A secluded spot to see some of the most vibrant autumn leaves in Japan.

Fuji-Kawaguchiko Fall Leaves Festival

Revel in a traditional Japanese festival under the autumn leaves. Crowds will flock to the food, performances and illuminations.

Chichibu Night Festival

Head out to Chichibu for one of Japan's biggest float festivals.

Kasukabe Hagoita Market

Visit the Hagoita Market in Kasukabe and buy yourself a hagoita.

Kitain Temple Daruma Market in Kawagoe

Need a little luck in the new year? Kick off the new year with good fortune and tradition at Kitain Temple's annual Daruma Market, taking place in the historic city of Kawagoe.

Hatsumōde Grand Prayer Festival at Ryusenji Temple

Ring in the New Year with the traditional Japanese tradition of hatsumōde.

GMO Sonic

Bring the beats at one of Japan's largest dance and electro music festivals.

Chichibu Whisky Festival

Explore the world of whisky at this enormous festival.

Ashigakubo Icicles Illumination

See the illuminated icicles of Ashigakubo in Saitama and find yourself in a winter wonderland.

Kotatsu Boat in Nagatoro

See the natural wonders of Nagatoro while staying warm on the water.

Nagatoro Fire Festival

A thrilling and fiery festival steeped in tradition.

Kōnosu Surprise Hinamatsuri

The largest Hinamatsuri pyramid in Japan is erected in Saitama to celebrate Dolls', or Girls', Day

Iwatsuki Hina Doll Festival

A unique festival to celebrate Hina Matsuri, from a town known for its Hina dolls.

Koedo Kawagoe Spring Festival

Samurai, stunts, and sakura. Kawagoe’s Spring Festival features gunfire, ladder acrobatics, and a stunning cherry blossom boat ride.

Kazo Citizens’ Peace Festival

Gaze at the biggest koinobori (carp streamer) in the world.

Kasukabe Giant Kite Festival

Witness some of the most impressive kite displays you’ll ever see at the Kasukabe Giant Kite Festival.